A 65-year-old man perished in a West Baltimore fire, with a 33-year-old hospitalized. The incident occurred amid a cold snap, with the city on a Code Blue Alert. Cause of the fire is under investigation.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore introduced the Lower Bills and Local Power Act to help reduce utility costs, revamp energy infrastructure, and promote local clean energy projects using funds from the Strategic Energy Investment Fund.

Anne Arundel County closes government buildings on January 26, 2026, due to severe winter weather, adjusting operations and services like curbside collection.

The Maryland IID released names involved in a Baltimore police shooting: Jamarl Muse (deceased) and officers Arias and Ruiz. Details remain under investigation.

The State’s Attorney’s Office in Baltimore is ending its partnership with MONSE over concerns of undisclosed evidence impacting prosecutions and defendants' rights.

The Harford County Council rejected County Executive Bob Cassilly's nominee for the school board, complicating the replacement process after the board president's resignation.

Laurel Park is being converted from a racetrack to a training facility, a change aimed at strengthening Maryland's horse racing industry and preserving jobs. Pimlico Race Course is also set for renovation.

Baltimore Police arrested Javon Rivers for the 2024 murder of Donte Bazemore following a year-long investigation.

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for western Garrett County due to a mix of rain and snow transitioning to all snow. Cold conditions are expected throughout the region with more wintry precipitation later in the week.

Federal and state agencies have indicted 11 men, including Terell Pryor, suspected of running a significant cocaine operation in Baltimore, with evidence including drugs, cash, and firearms.

The Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel in Baltimore closed on New Year's Eve, leaving 69 employees jobless and contributing to the number of businesses shutting down in the harbor area.

Baltimore anticipates calm weather today before a wintry mix and Arctic chill arrive, with snow chances tonight through Sunday, particularly in mountainous regions, and frigid temperatures early next week.

Baltimore County schools' superintendent proposes a $2.49 billion budget for FY 2027, to focus on academia, safety, and staff, despite planning for larger class sizes and staffing reductions.